Sweet Amplification » Fender Princeton Reverb

Benson 200 Clone

patsweet — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 23:55:26 +0000

This was an interesting project built for musician, producer, collector, Woody Jackson. The Benson 200 was a collaboration between jazz guitarist Howard Roberts and Ron Benson whos favorite amp was the Gibson GA-50 but he needed reverb and more output so it could be more versatile. The amp that could go from studio sessions to live gigs was used by several “wrecking crew” session players including the ones pictured here owned by Dennis Budimir. Features include a Bandaxall type preamp with cathode biased EL34 output section, bias modulated vibrato, Gibson style reverb circuit and tank, 12″ + 8″ speakers(like GA-50), and a voicing switch which simulated Gibson and Fender voicing. All features and “quirks” were reproduced as closely as possible.

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BFF Twenty + Carolina Blue

patsweet — Wed, 31 May 2023 01:09:53 +0000

A custom ordered BFF Twenty + dressed for spring in Carolina Blue Tolex with matching Carolina Blue Matrix grillcloth. Large 6L6GC specific trannies from Mercury Magnetics and 12″ Jensen Falcon Speaker give plenty of power, tone, and headroom. The Bias Select switch, Tonestack Select switch, and Master Volume allow for as much breakup, drive and sustain as you want with the touch sensitivity and sag that feels right to you! This portable 1×12 combo will go from the studio to stage looking as good as it sounds!

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BFF Twenty + Black Tweed

patsweet — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 22:40:40 +0000

The newest build and first BFF Twenty + was custom ordered with black lacquered tweed and a US made leather handle. This is the 6L6GC version of the BFF Twenty and shares all other features such as: PPIMV(master volume), midrange control, voicing switch(blackface/tweed tonestack select), and bias select switch(fixed/cathode). It is a compact and portable gigging and recording machine with familiar Fender blackface tones and versatile options at the flip or pull of a switch. Goes from clear, bright, and tight to crunch, cry, and sustain to cover all genres of Americana, rock, blues, soul, country, and whatever you can imagine. Vintage Tones for Modern Times!

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New Model! BFF Twenty

patsweet — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 03:52:28 +0000

The first build and new Sweet model of 2023 is complete! This portable 1×12 powerhouse combo is basically a PreBS 20 in a PreBS 15 chassis and cab. No vibrato in this one but is has a few new features which make it an extremely versatile gigging, recording, and rehearsing tool! A PPIMV(post phase inverter master volume) has been added along with a push-pull Voicing Switch on the bass pot which changes the tone stack from blackface to tweed bassman/JTM45 specs. The Blackface position has the familiar mid scoop and clarity. The Tweed position adds a bit of gain with an overall thicker tone. A push-pull bright switch on the treble pot adds chime, helps to bring old strings to life, and can be used to fine tune for single coil or humbucking pickups. And the most interesting new feature is the Bias Select switch allowing for choosing between fixed bias(like most blackface amps) and Cathode/ “Class A” bias(like many Gibson, Ampeg, Valco etc amps). Fixed bias has the familiar quick and clear blackface attack and headroom while the Cathode position adds smoothness, compression, a bit more gain, and about 30% less power. These new features allow for the user to instantly mod the amp to their preference without touching a soldering iron or drilling any holes. And as usual, you can order in any color tolex/tweed/grillcoth combination as well as choose your fave speaker or tube brand. Have it your way with your Best Friend Forever/Black Face Fender style amp!

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PreBS 15 Traditional Black

patsweet — Sat, 01 Oct 2022 03:50:37 +0000

Available now! A new PreBS 15 6V6 version with Mercury Magnetics OT and PT as well as push-pull bright and mid boost, negative feedback control, 12″ Jensen Falcon speaker and the usual attention to detail that makes Sweet amps both toneful and reliable!

$1695

PreBS 15+ Head

patsweet — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 06:04:42 +0000

Just a reminder that most Sweet amps are available in Combo or Head versions! This latest build was for local Tucsonian and studio ace Woody Jackson. He had a head cab from a previous project and we made it work for this project which may see pro studio sessions in LA, NYC, and his own home studio. Hoping for some tracks to share soon!

PreBS 15 Brown Western

patsweet — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 03:09:28 +0000

The first build in the new Tucson shop is a PreBS 15 to match the owners other two Sweet amps! Brown western tolex with Marshall cane grill cloth, Mercury Magnetics transformers, 10″ Jensen Falcon speaker, push-pull mid boost, and user adjustable bias test points and trim pot on the rear panel. This is one of only two PreBS 15 that I built with a 10 and it turned out killer! I may have to build another just like it for stock!

Pics were before the final speaker selection. See next build for the reappearance of the G10 Gold!

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PreBS 15 Surf Green

patsweet — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 03:49:26 +0000

A new PreBS 15 in surf green with a turquoise stripe in the grill cloth! Standard power transformer with a deluxe reverb output transformer and choke filtering for just a bit more headroom than a traditional Princeton Reverb. A pair of 6V6s gives 18W output through a Mojotone BV series 12″ speaker and the push-pull bright, mid-boost, and negative feedback control gives plenty of usable tone shaping options. Vintage tone that stays tight when pushed!

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BR110 aka PreBS 15

patsweet — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 03:33:08 +0000

A custom PreBS 15 with personalized faceplate for repeat client, Chicago Blues musician, Breezy Rodio. Custom features include a multi-voltage power transformer for use in Italy and a utility outlet as found on many larger vintage Fender amps. A hemp cone Eminence speaker was selected for a warm and full bodied tone. A compact and toneful world traveler amp!

BFF Head and Cab Prototype

patsweet — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 06:35:49 +0000

First of its kind! The BFF, A PreBS20+ in a PreBS15+ sized chassis(BFF faceplate coming soon). All of the best hand-wired features of the Princeton Reverb, Deluxe Reverb, and Vibrolux Reverb in one compact head with separate cabinet for easy transport and versatility.

Single channel enhanced blackface tone with all of the Sweet extras and attention to detail. Push-pull bright and mid-boost, negative feedback control, user adjustable bias control and test points, bias modulated vibrato, full sized spring reverb, long-tailed pair phase inverter(like deluxe reverb and larger Fender models), Mercury Magnetics output transformer, and cherry wood cabinets with hand rubbed oil finish and 12″ Eminence GA-SC64 speaker. Output is from 20W-38W depending on tubes. Uses 6V6 0r 6L6 power tubes and 5U4G or GZ34 rectifier to dial in the power and feel for your gig or recording preference.

Can also be ordered with any color Tolex covered pine cabinet.

$1950 Head $500 Cab $2350 for the pair(-200 for pine/Tolex)

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